Flying from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know
Santorini (Thira)'s timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Chania.
Your CHQ to JTR flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chania International Airport to Santorini International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CHQ and JTR:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Thessaloniki International Airport
Palese Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chania International Airport to Santorini International Airport flight is $62. A round-trip ticket right now is $137. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from CHQ to JTR, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Chania International Airport to Santorini International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from CHQ to JTR.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chania International Airport to Santorini International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Chania International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from CHQ arrive on schedule 91.98% of the time.
To reach Chania International Airport from central Chania, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 9 miles from the airport to the city center.
Booked an early flight from Chania International Airport to Santorini International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to CHQ:
Arriving at Santorini International Airport (JTR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chania International Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JTR instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Santorini International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, CarQ or Centauro and experience more of Santorini (Thira) and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Santorini International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
Santorini International Airport is roughly 3 miles from central Santorini (Thira). Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Chania International Airport to Santorini International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Santorini (Thira). If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Chania International Airport to Santorini International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Santorini (Thira), with temperatures ranging from 73ºF to 81ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 50ºF and 61ºF. Search for cheap tickets from CHQ to JTR around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've seen Santorini (Thira). Around 140 miles away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Greece, consider Larisa, roughly 280 miles north-west of Santorini (Thira). Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are among its highlights.
